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DF54 PZH

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Silver Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jul 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

203,645 mi
Last recorded203,645 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF54 PZH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2026 203,645 miles

Front Lower Engine mounting damaged but not to excess bush split (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All tyres wearing on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Jul 2025 198,035 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both have slight wear to inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive upper shock mounts, both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Surface corrosion throughout suspension components

Fail 1 Jul 2025 198,035 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded pipe to rear hose (1.1.11 (c))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both have slight wear to inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive upper shock mounts, both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Surface corrosion throughout suspension components

Pass 12 Aug 2024 193,977 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear at rear hoses (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock mounts, both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Dec 2022 187,249 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn bad inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn bad inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Nov 2021 180,897 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to both rear flexible hoses (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

both front lower arms rear bushes deteriorating

Pass 14 Nov 2020 176,128 miles

all rear seats not connected or belts

exhaust outer casing corroding

o/s n/s front arms lower bushes deteriorating

rear no plate, one of dull

slight smearing on screen

Pass 4 Apr 2019 174,397 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2019 174,397 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 13 Mar 2018 170,568 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 165,578 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 161,656 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2015 156,485 miles

Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Nov 2013 14,847 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 5 Nov 2013 148,454 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Oct 2008 62,471 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2008 57,012 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Transporter?

Based on 5,346,355 MOT tests across 357,225 vehicles.

73.0%
Pass Rate
5,816
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
357,225
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 89,943
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 68,503
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 59,686
position lamp(s) not working 56,717
Stop lamp not working 56,335
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DF54 PZH is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Silver with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2005 Volkswagen Transporter models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.6% with a typical mileage of 124,669 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Transporter fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 89,943 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DF54 PZH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Transporter typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 21 years old, this Volkswagen Transporter is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DF54 PZH registered?

DF54 PZH is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 2 February 2005.

Is DF54 PZH safe to buy?

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